It deeply concerns me how many bright engineering and post-grad students waste their prime years chasing government exams like UPSC or Sub-Inspector roles without a solid backup plan. I see ECE graduates from 2021 still unemployed, refusing to look at other sectors because they aren't interested in coding or entry-level roles. This all-or-nothing approach is career suicide. If you want a government job, you should learn to balance your preparation while working, just like many teachers do while aiming for school assistant exams. Working builds your resume, provides financial stability, and actually improves your time management. Treating govt exam prep as a full-time, multi-year job with zero safety net leads to massive resume gaps, low self-confidence, and immense stress when things don't pan out. Always have a Plan B! #career #education #economics